Quality Inspector – Part 145 Helicopter Repair Station

Optima Aero inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Competitive PTO

Modern work environment

Team events

Sustainable mission

Job summary

Optima Aero USA Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure that all work on aircraft and components complies with Repair Station standards, manufacturer manuals, FARs, and airworthiness requirements.

The role reports to the Quality Manager and supports the team in inspections and documentation. You will verify regulatory adherence, conduct inspections, and help with FAA form completion, training, and approvals.

Qualifications

• Active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license required or in work authorization.
• IA-FAA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum 4 years rotorcraft experience, including 2 years as Quality Inspector on rotorcraft.
• Knowledge of manufacturer maintenance manuals (Bell, Airbus, Leonardo) and FARs.
• Experience in a 145 Repair Station environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure airworthiness by verifying all work complies with Repair Station standards, manufacturer manuals, FARs and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and execute regulatory compliance activities, including proper completion of FAA forms (337, 8130-10, 8110).
• Conduct preliminary, hidden damage, in-process, and final inspections on rotorcraft articles.
• Research aircraft records, develop status sheets, and ensure proper tagging/identification of parts.
• Assist with Repair Station training, perform weight and balance computations, review work orders, and secure STC or field approvals.

Skills

Rotorcraft experience

English communication

Lean Six Sigma exposure

Regulatory awareness

Education

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license

IA-FAA certification

Job description

Reporting to the Quality Manager, The Quality Inspector ensures that all work performed on the Aircraft and its components comply with Repair Station, Manufactures, Customer, FAR, and airworthiness requirements.

Working under the direction of the Quality Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence. You will be responsible for verifying that all work executed on aircraft and components strictly complies with Repair Station standards, manufacturer manuals, FAR regulations, as well as customer and airworthiness requirements.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will be responsible to:

• Ensure Airworthiness: Verify that all work performed on aircraft and their components strictly complies with Repair Station, manufacturer, customer, FAR, and airworthiness requirements.
• Master Regulatory Compliance: Ensure proper execution of prescribed FAA forms (Form 337, 8130-10, 8110, etc.) for major repairs or alterations.
• Supervise Inspections: Conduct preliminary, hidden damage, in-process, and final inspections on all articles processed by the Repair Station.
• Trace and Document: Perform aircraft records research, assist in developing aircraft status sheets, and ensure the proper tagging and identification of all parts.
• Support the Team: Assist with Repair Station training, perform weight and balance computations, review work orders, and secure STC or Field approvals.

What We Offer

Joining Optima Aero means working with a collaborative, dynamic, and forward-thinking international team. We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Modern and collaborative work environment
• Active social committee and regular team events
• Opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and innovative mission

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Credentials: You hold an active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license. An IA-FAA certification is highly preferred.
• Experience: You have a minimum of 4 years working on Rotorcraft, including at least 2 years as a Quality Inspector on rotorcraft.
• Technical Knowledge: Highly knowledgeable of manufacturer maintenance manuals (specifically Bell, Airbus, and Leonardo), company operations, and FARs.
• Environment: Previous hands-on experience in a 145 Repair Station is required.
• Bonus Skills: Experience with Lean Six Sigma or Lean Logic is a plus. Strong oral and written communication skills in English are essential.
• Eligibility & Travel: You must have the legal right to work in the United States and be available to travel as required.

Your Strengths:

• Ability to prioritize, make solid decisions, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Versatile, open-minded, resourceful, and autonomous with a love for teamwork.
• Unwavering commitment to airworthiness and quality.

Our commitment to diversity

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Optima Aero USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

If you are passionate about aviation and have the skills and experience needed for this role, we encourage you to apply and join our team!